Technology Student Association (TSA)

  • About the Club

    The Technology Student Association (TSA) at Pin Oak Middle School is a national, student-led organization dedicated to promoting technological literacy and leadership skills through hands-on projects, competitions, and collaboration. TSA provides students with opportunities to explore various fields of technology, including engineering, computer science, digital design, and more. Members develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while also preparing for careers in STEM.

    As Houstonians, we are part of the Space City TSA which operates in and around the Houston area. Our member chapters come from public, private, and charter schools in Alvin, Freeport, Houston, Lake Jackson, Manvel, Pearland, and Sugar Land.

     

    Club Sponsor: Mrs. Brandi Martinez |  brandi.martinez@houstonisd.org

     

     

     Important Dates

    • Regional Competition: December 8th, 2024
    • State Competition: March 20th-22nd, 2025
    • National Conference: June 27th-July 1st, 2025

     

    Application Requirements

    Students interested in joining TSA should have a passion for technology and a desire to participate in competitions. No prior experience is necessary, but students must be enrolled in either Principles of Information Technology or Fundamentals of Computer Science to apply. Prospective members can sign up for an interview at the first meeting or email Mrs. Martinez for more information. There may be a small membership fee to cover competition materials.

     

    Club Activities

    TSA members participate in a wide range of activities, including:

    • Designing and programming robots
    • Building websites and apps
    • Engaging in STEM-related projects
    • Preparing for local, regional, and national TSA competitions
    • Learning leadership and communication skills
    • Volunteering at school and community events

     

    Club Officers

    President : Dev Thosani
    Vice-President: Shyam Mandayam
    Secretary: Zubin Siperstein
    Treasurer: Maxwell Wu
    Reporter: Kris Vaddi
    Seargent-at-Arms: Jean Tannoux

     

    Space City TSA Club Achievements in 2023

    • Regional TSA Champions for Robotics and Engineering Design (2023)
    • Top 10 State Finalists in Video Game Design (2023)

     

    Links and Resources